Dean of Students

Dean of Students Dean of Students is a leadership position responsible for overseeing the student affairs division. The incumbent will advocate for students, cultivate a culture of learning and engagement, and create a dynamic student experience. Missouri Western is an equal opportunity education institution. Responsibilities Provide direction, supervision and leadership of the student affairs division—including residence life, student engagement, counseling, health and career development. Develop collaborative relationships with campus administrative areas, faculty, and campus community leaders to enhance planning and implement strategic initiatives, resolving issues, improving satisfaction and communicating student successes. Promote student success, retention, and graduation by applying student development theories and learning outcomes in coordination with student activities and engagement programs. Foster an inclusive community and promote equity for all students; oversee outreach to diverse student populations to support goals and sense of belonging. Provide direction and intervention for students in crisis and non‑crisis, including intervening with mental health staff, providing victim advocacy, and working with staff and students affected by the crisis; coordinate response to crisis incidents and other unusual events; serve as chair of the Campus Assessment Response and Evaluation (CARE) team. Responsible for and upholding student conduct and work in collaboration with the University General Counsel and University Chief of Police; serve as a resource to faculty and staff in dealing with students’ disruptive behavior. Provide leadership and guidance in analysis, review, creation and interpretation of student policies and procedures. Support the goals of the University’s mission, vision and participate in strategic planning initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Five to seven years of related experience in student affairs or mentorship within an educational setting. Valid Driver’s License. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree (Masters, Ed.D or Ph.D) in a related field such as education or counseling. Ten years of progressively responsible leadership in a higher education environment or related field. Physical Demands Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work. Additional Demands Will require regular night and weekend work. Position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific assignments may vary based on business needs. Hours of Work M-F 8:00 am–4:30 pm. FLSA Exempt. #J-18808-Ljbffr